Autcraft

Autcraft is a Minecraft server dedicated to be a safe haven for children with autism.[1]

History

Founded in 2013, Autcraft was the first Minecraft server created for children with autism in mind. It was founded by Stuart Duncan, who is autistic, and is known in-game as AutismFather.[2] Autcraft was created as a response to parents who did not know if their children could play their favourite game with others without facing the threat of bullying and discrimination.[3][4] Autcraft is administrated by adults that include autistics, as well as parents of autistic children or a family member of someone with autism.[5][6] As of May 2017, the server has 8,000 unique players.[6]

When asked about the server, Duncan stated "we just let them know that they're not alone... We're here for each other and will support each other for as long as need be... we all know how terrible it can feel sometimes and none of us want the others to feel that same way."[5]

References
  1. Boddy, Zachary (2020-09-10). "Learn about Autcraft, a Minecraft server built for players with autism". Windows Central. Retrieved 2020-12-19.
  2. Winkie, Luke (2020-03-26). "Meet the dad who quit his job to run a Minecraft server for autistic kids". PC Gamer. Retrieved 2020-09-03.
  3. Warzel, Charlie. "This 'Minecraft' Community Is Saving The Lives Of Children With Autism". Tech. BuzzFeed News. Retrieved 2020-09-02.
  4. Beck, Kellen. "'Minecraft' players on the autism spectrum find a safe space on the Autcraft server". Mashable. Retrieved 2020-12-19.
  5. "Stuart Duncan's Autcraft: crafting a playspace for children with autism". Royal College of Psychiatrists. 2018-03-26. Retrieved 2020-12-19.
  6. Thorbeke, Catherine. "Single father creates a safe haven for children with autism to play together online". ABC News. Retrieved 2020-09-02.
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